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Yming

35-36 Greek Street, London W1D 5DL

£33.00 Chinese Soho
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Yming looks & feels more genteel than most of its neighbours in Chinatown, but don’t let the blue carpets & white tablecloths kid you into thinking this is merely a theatreland fallback – the northern Chinese & broad regional cuisine will leave you ‘hugely impressed’. Try starters of deep-fried cauliflower, the chilli & spiced salt prawns, & the homemade pickles; otherwise scan the specials menu for something new, such as Beijing spare ribs with black pepper, garlic & cumin. Warming doubled-braised pork is one of the most-ordered mains, or you might fancy zha chai delight – a dish of lean shredded pork with preserved Szechuan vegetables; also recommended are Dongan chicken from Hunan province, & wok-roasted beef northern style. Service is excellent & prices are extremely reasonable – especially the lunch/pre-theatre menu (£11).

Overall Diner Rating

8.8
Food & Drink
8.7
Service
8.8
Atmosphere
8.1
Value
8.3

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  1. Rob W.
    Reviews: 1

    Rob W. ( 50s, Male )

    July 2010

    It was an absolute pleasure to eat here. We found Yming by googling the top 10 restaurants in china town and this gem came up in squaremeals link. The staff were attentive, helpful when asked about the menu and nothing seemed too much for them. Not that we asked a lot, but I observed intetactions with other diners. It is a relaxed venue, allowing you the time to eat without feeling pressured. Now to the food. Not one word of complaint here. We were a group of four and selected a variety of foods. Some never heard of before, but as I said, the staff were very helpful. We really enjoyed the experience. I spoke to the manager prior to leaving and gave direct feedback for him and his staff. This review is not only to endorse my comments but also to let others know about a super little place that gives time and attention during the times and demands of todays lifestyle. Definately on the cards for our next trip to London.

    • Overall: 10
    • Food & Drink: 10
    • Service: 10
    • Atmosphere: 10
    • Value: 10
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  2. Mark R.

    Mark R. ( 50s, Male, Ireland )

    March 2010

    I have eaten in Yming a number of times at this stage and have been hugely impressed with the food, service and atmoshere of the place. It is very calm and relaxed for a Chinese restaurant. The menu is very good and combines some “specials/recommendations” with the main menu. The host is a very friendly guy who really looks after you. A great place with excellent food.

    • Overall: 9
    • Food & Drink: 9
    • Service: 9
    • Atmosphere: 9
    • Value: 8
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  3. Sandra R.
    Reviews: 1

    Sandra R. ( Over 60, Female, United Kingdom )

    February 2010

    We were three people, of a certain age, not up for too much noise, bad service, grotty surroundings, no matter how good the food and we found YMing through Square Meal on the net. What a fabulous discovery. Clean, even around the edges, charming in various shades of blue with a good, easy to follow menu and great service. It's here where many Chinese restaurants sometimes fail – the food and drink might be great, but when the girl serving you speaks no known language except the language of sulks it's off-putting. Our waitresses were great, helpful, fast, brought the food we ordered while it was still hot and the whole experience was a joy. We drank wine by the glass, a beautifully chilled Pinot Grigio ‘blush’ and when we changed the menu half-way through, demanding more of the gorgeous, non greasy, crispy duck, they coped admirably.

    • Overall: 10
    • Food & Drink: 9
    • Service: 9
    • Atmosphere: 10
    • Value: 9
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  4. Ewald V.
    Reviews: 1

    Ewald V. ( 30s, Male, United Kingdom )

    November 2009

    just walked in there off the street., they couldn't sit us straight away, but offered a table in 30 min. so after a quick drink around the corner we came back to a more than good chinese meal. the food was good, bordering on excellent, service wasn't the fastest i've experienced, but ok. staff was very friendly though, and at the end, the bill was a pleasant surprise.

    • Overall: 8
    • Food & Drink: 8
    • Service: 7
    • Atmosphere: 7
    • Value: 8
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  5. JJ B.

    JJ B. ( Male, United Kingdom )

    September 2009

    Me and my girl friend come here for the pre theatre dinner, the total bill is £65 including a bottle of wine. The food is really good and my girl friend is a vegetarian and the tofu is very tasty. The services is excellent and warm. The decor is ok, but I much prefer this restaurant than those in chinatown. will definitely go back.

    • Overall: 9
    • Food & Drink: 9
    • Service: 10
    • Atmosphere: 8
    • Value: 10
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  6. Fiona J.

    Fiona J. ( 40s, Female )

    April 2009

    Y-Ming is a cut above the plethora of Chinese restaurants in and around Gerard Street. Situated kilter-corner to Kettners, painted unmissable cyan, the restaurant's interior is actually much more calm and restrained than most Chinese places, and the service is top notch. There are plenty of unusual items on the menu, which is not huge by Chinese standards, and it pays to be adventurous and take advantage of the seasonal items on the daily specials list. Dishes sound simple but are very carefully cooked and spiced – on our last visit we were blown away by a dish of cucumber with salt and chilli – incredibly clean-tasting and simple, but beautifully presented and just the thing to cleanse the mouth. Things like Fried Field Mushrooms and Cauliflower Y-Ming style are completely moreish, but in truth none of the starters I've tried have disappointed, and their take on crispy duck (both meaty and vegetarian versions) is a cut above. The only criticism I have is that a lot of it is deep fried so it's hard to be very healthy.

    Pass over the familiar and plump for double boiled beef and red date soup, or their Beijing fish soup with its subtle creamy texture. Seafood is always good for the mains – the lobster and crab aren't cheap but they're not that expensive either, compared to other dishes, and the lotus leaf wrapped ‘treasure chest’ is worth trying. Wash it all down with warmed Chinese wine – rich but almost savoury, especially on the nose – and keep the courses coming. The friendly waiting staff will let you order when you feel like it and aren't flummoxed by large groups at all.

    • Overall: 9
    • Food & Drink: 9
    • Service: 9
    • Atmosphere: 9
    • Value: 8
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  7. Charles G.
    Reviews: 1

    Charles G. ( 50s, Male, United Kingdom )

    September 2008

    Informal, but extremely good food and friendly, smiling service. The vegetarian options are fabulous. Do try the dry fried green beans (really hot and wonderful) and the aubergine. The hot dishes are nice and spicy, the plainer food tasty and made with great ingredients. Try it and enjoy.

    • Overall: 9
    • Food & Drink: 9
    • Service: 9
    • Atmosphere: 7
    • Value: 7
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Essential Details for Yming

  • Address: 35-36 Greek Street, London W1D 5DL
  • Telephone: 020 7734 2721
  • Email: info@yminglondon.com
  • Website: Visit Yming
  • Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 12N-11.45pm
  • Capacities: Private rooms for 13, 16 people
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Area: Soho
  • Price: £33.00
  • Wine: £13.50
  • Champagne: £41.50
  • Lunch: £10 (2 courses)

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  1. Rob W.
    Reviews: 1

    Rob W. ( 50s, Male )

    July 2010

    It was an absolute pleasure to eat here. We found Yming by googling the top 10 restaurants in china town and this gem came up in squaremeals link. The staff were attentive, helpful when asked about the menu and nothing seemed too much for them. Not that we asked a lot, but I observed intetactions with other diners. It is a… More

    • Overall: 10
    • Food & Drink: 10
    • Service: 10
    • Atmosphere: 10
    • Value: 10
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  2. Mark R.

    Mark R. ( 50s, Male, Ireland )

    March 2010

    I have eaten in Yming a number of times at this stage and have been hugely impressed with the food, service and atmoshere of the place. It is very calm and relaxed for a Chinese restaurant. The menu is very good and combines some “specials/recommendations” with the main menu. The host is a very friendly guy who really looks… More

    • Overall: 9
    • Food & Drink: 9
    • Service: 9
    • Atmosphere: 9
    • Value: 8
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  3. Sandra R.
    Reviews: 1

    Sandra R. ( Over 60, Female, United Kingdom )

    February 2010

    We were three people, of a certain age, not up for too much noise, bad service, grotty surroundings, no matter how good the food and we found YMing through Square Meal on the net. What a fabulous discovery. Clean, even around the edges, charming in various shades of blue with a good, easy to follow menu and great service. It's… More

    • Overall: 10
    • Food & Drink: 9
    • Service: 9
    • Atmosphere: 10
    • Value: 9
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  4. Ewald V.
    Reviews: 1

    Ewald V. ( 30s, Male, United Kingdom )

    November 2009

    just walked in there off the street., they couldn't sit us straight away, but offered a table in 30 min. so after a quick drink around the corner we came back to a more than good chinese meal. the food was good, bordering on excellent, service wasn't the fastest i've experienced, but ok. staff was very friendly though, and at… More

    • Overall: 8
    • Food & Drink: 8
    • Service: 7
    • Atmosphere: 7
    • Value: 8
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  5. JJ B.

    JJ B. ( Male, United Kingdom )

    September 2009

    Me and my girl friend come here for the pre theatre dinner, the total bill is £65 including a bottle of wine. The food is really good and my girl friend is a vegetarian and the tofu is very tasty. The services is excellent and warm. The decor is ok, but I much prefer this restaurant than those in chinatown. will definitely go… More

    • Overall: 9
    • Food & Drink: 9
    • Service: 10
    • Atmosphere: 8
    • Value: 10
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